Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Reconsiderations) Bill 2025 – Second Reading

Tuesday, 25 March 2025

The coalition will support this bill. We do so in recognition of the urgent need to put an end to the living hell that salmon businesses and workers in Tasmania have endured under this Albanese…

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Cost of Living: Do Australian’s Feel Better Than They Did 3 Years Ago?

Tuesday, 25 March 2025

As we come to this next federal election, there is only one key question that Australians really need to ask themselves: do they feel better today than they did three years ago? When the Australian…

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LABOR’S GAS CRISIS DEEPENS: AEMO CONFIRMS SHORTAGES AND HIGHER PRICES

Thursday, 20 March 2025

20 March 2025 Labor’s reckless energy policy is driving Australia into a worsening gas crisis, with a new report confirming imminent supply shortfalls and surging costs for households and businesses. The Australian Energy Market Operator’s…

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Media Statement – Chris Bowen’s energy failure deepens—Australians can’t afford three more years of Labor

Thursday, 13 March 2025

MEDIA STATEMENT 13/03/2025 CHRIS BOWEN’S ENERGY FAILURE DEEPENS—AUSTRALIANS CAN'T AFFORD THREE MORE YEARS OF LABOR Labor’s energy disaster is about to get worse, with power prices rising up to $1,300 more than promised. Released today,…

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HOUSING RELIEF AND A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR SUNSHINE COAST FAMILIES

Thursday, 27 February 2025

27 February 2025 A Dutton led LNP Government will provide $202,000 to local community organisations on the front line of the cost-of-living crisis to improve low-cost housing options for local families, if elected at the…

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Visiting Nambour Markets

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

Nambour locals! Ted will be at the Nambour Markets tomorrow morning (27/02/2025) from 8–10 am. If you would like to discuss the issues important to you - whether that's a local issue or a Federal…

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Sunshine Valley Gazette – Fake Independents Infiltrating Election

Thursday, 20 February 2025

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Media Statement: LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

TED O’BRIEN MP SHADOW MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY SHADOW MINISTER FOR ENERGY AFFORDABILITY AND RELIABILITY MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX MEDIA STATEMENT 12/02/2025 LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS The Albanese Government is doing…

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Small Business Struggles: Time for Action

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

Today, I spoke out in Parliament about the struggles small businesses across the Sunshine Coast are facing. From construction to hospitality, Labor’s policies are hitting our local businesses hard. It's time for real action –…

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Labor’s Offshore Wind Cover-Up: No Scrutiny, No Debate!

Tuesday, 11 February 2025

Labor's attempt to dodge scrutiny on their offshore wind legislation. Why is the Albanese Government so determined to steamroll regional communities and avoid debate? https://youtu.be/Kfa4uFzb5Qk?si=_PWgt206pIU7xOKb

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Fighting for the Infrastructure the Sunshine Coast Needs

Tuesday, 11 February 2025

I’m pushing for crucial infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast, from securing $3.2 billion for Bruce Highway upgrades to advocating for the rail line to Maroochydore and a new convention centre. As our region grows, I’m…

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Labor’s lies

Tuesday, 11 February 2025

Today I reminded the Parliament that Labor need to be held to account on their promise to save Australians $275 on their energy bills - listen below. https://youtu.be/-Z6j5VjUrlk

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14,000 Homes Without Power in SEQ

Friday, 24 January 2025

TED O’BRIEN - SHADOW MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX TRANSCRIPT INTERVIEW WITH GARY HARDGRAVE, 4BC 23 January 2024 Topics: Queensland blackouts, Paris Agreement, Energy prices Gary Hardgrave  Ted O'Brien is…

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Ted’s Summer Road Trip

Wednesday, 15 January 2025

I will be out and about on my Summer Road Trip from 21 January. Times and locations below: Tuesday 21st January, 8:00am – 9:00am: Marcoola - next to the Marcoola Surf Life Saving Club Wednesday 22nd January,…

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Community Grants of up to $20,000 OPEN

Wednesday, 15 January 2025

The next round of the Stronger Communities Programme is now open and I invite all eligible community groups in Fairfax to apply by 14 February 2025. Grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 are available for…

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Get your FREE Australia Day sticker

Tuesday, 14 January 2025

I am proud to be an Australian. I also support the tradition of Australia Day and I stand by our flag.  Australia day is a day of unity, to celebrate our democracy, our values of…

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AUSTRALIAN GAS SUPPLIES ON KNIFE EDGE: NEW GAS REPORT

Friday, 10 January 2025

A new Government report released today has confirmed that the Albanese Labor Government has been unable to secure affordable gas for Australians, with supplies now on a knife edge while the cost of living crisis…

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$12 Million for Maroochydore!

Friday, 10 January 2025

I am thrilled to announce $12 Million of federal funding for the First Avenue streetscaping project, which will be lead by Sunshine Coast Council. This will mean easier and safer access to the CBD, making…

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OpEd: Labor betting our economy on green energy pipedream

Thursday, 2 January 2025

As printed in The Australian, 2 January 2025 Labor has launched its most bizarre argument yet against the Coalition’s energy plan, claiming its own higher energy costs are good for economic growth. Reframing the energy…

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Christmas break

Friday, 20 December 2024

Please note my Electorate Office will be closed between 20 December and 3 January 2025. We will re-open at 9am on Monday 6 January 2025. If you have an emergency, please contact the relevant service…

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Labor’s Scaremongering Jeopardises Nuclear Medicine and Cancer Patients

Friday, 20 December 2024

MEDIA RELEASE 19 December 2024 Labor's Scaremongering Jeopardises Nuclear Medicine and Cancer Patients In a new level of desperation, the Labor Party has posted a video on social media making the astonishing and dangerous claim…

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A CHEAPER, CLEANER, AND MORE CONSISTENT ENERGY PLAN FOR AUSTRALIA

Friday, 13 December 2024

The Coalition’s energy plan will save Australians up to $263 billion compared to Labor’s renewables-only approach – a 44 per cent saving for taxpayers and businesses. Read more HERE

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Volunteer Grants – EOI’s now OPEN

Thursday, 12 December 2024

The 2024-25 Volunteer Grants are now open and I invite all eligible community groups in Fairfax to apply. Volunteer Grants aim to support the efforts of Australia’s volunteers and to increase participation in volunteering.  …

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COALITION PUTS COMMUNITY FIRST IN PORT STEPHENS

Thursday, 5 December 2024

Today we announce that a Dutton Coalition Government will rescind the Port Stephens Offshore Wind Zone – a decision that puts the local community first. Read Media Release HERE

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House of Representatives response to Minister Bowen’s annual climate change statement

Friday, 29 November 2024

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Competition and Consumer Amendment (Australian Energy Regulator Separation) Bill 2024

Friday, 29 November 2024

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Competition and Consumer Amendment (Australian Energy Regulator Separation) Bill 2024

Thursday, 28 November 2024

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Your Say: Cost of Living Survey

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Earlier this year I conducted a survey of Fairfax residents on the pressures of the cost of living. Thank you to the over 350 people who took the time to let me know how they…

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COP29 – new agreement to speed up advanced nuclear technologies

Wednesday, 20 November 2024

Labor are an international embarrassment when it comes to nuclear energy - refusing to sign a COP 29 agreement with the Canada, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the Republic of South Africa, China, Euratom…

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BOMBSHELL REPORT – THE REAL COST OF RENEWABLE ENERGY

Wednesday, 20 November 2024

The Albanese Labor Government are hiding the real cost of a renewables-only grid with an independent report from Frontier Economics confirming costs are five times higher than Labor's claims. Listen below. https://youtu.be/9MFqnBtTLSU

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